Ukrainians condemn Trump as Zelenskyy decries U.S. betrayal over Moscow diesel pact

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Ukrainians accused the United States of endangering their lives after Russian strikes hit Kyiv, while President Zelenskyy warned that Washington’s diesel agreement with Moscow puts Ukraine on the wrong side of history.

Why it matters

It shows rising Ukrainian anger toward U.S. policies that may aid Russia, affecting international support in the conflict.

How this story developed

Sep 29 US officials describe talks with Russian envoy as constructive amid Ukraine war
Oct 13 Ukraine said Russian strikes continued after Trump’s cease‑fire claim and a controversial diesel import deal was approved.
Oct 13 German leader Friedrich Merz publicly rejected the Russian diesel deal and reaffirmed support for Zelensky.
Oct 13 Zelensky called the deal a "gift for Putin" and escalated drone attacks on Russian fuel infrastructure.
Oct 13 Zelensky announced that Ukraine has sent peace proposals to Washington.
Oct 14 Twelve senators sent a letter to President Trump urging the cancellation of the Russian diesel import license.
Oct 14 Donald Trump announced a unilateral diesel‑sanctions lift and called for an energy cease‑fire earlier this week.
Oct 14 Death toll rises to at least three and power outage affects about 600,000 residents
Oct 14 Donald Trump said a partial cease-fire on energy facilities between Russia and Ukraine has collapsed and suggested Volodymyr Zelenskyj be replaced as president.
Oct 14 The Russian diesel export agreement announced by Trump disrupted ongoing Ukraine peace talks in Miami.
Oct 15 Zelensky publicly condemned the diesel sanction relief in a televised interview.
Oct 15 Alexander Novak announced alleged Ukrainian strikes on two Russian refineries, prompting disputed reports and independent monitoring.
Oct 15 Volodymyr Zelensky announced that strikes against Russian refineries would resume after the energy cease‑fire advocated by Donald Trump was not respected by Russia.
Oct 15 Russian foreign minister condemned President Zelensky for the renewed attacks.

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Updated 15 Oct 2026, 13:49 UTC